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Passenger Transport onboard & station team member

Overview of the role

Ensuring the safe travel of passengers, their customers, themselves and their colleagues.

Reference Number: ST0339

Details of standard

AN APPRENTICESHIP THAT TAKES PEOPLE WHERE THEY NEED TO GO

SUGGESTED INDUSTRY SECTORS: RAIL, BUS, COACH

DURATION: MINIMUM OF 12 MONTHS

REVIEW PERIOD: 3 YEARS

Every day millions of people travel on trains, buses and coaches to get to work, to see friends and family or to go on holiday. Passenger transport service professionals make a difference by ensuring they are able to travel safely, on time and in comfort from the beginning to the end of their chosen journey. An apprenticeship in passenger transport services is a great opportunity to acquire the skills, knowledge and behaviours that play a vital role in providing a high quality, accessible and safe transport service to all customers. A career in service operations allows you to follow a profession in Rail, Bus and Coach.

A passenger transport services operations on board/station team member is required to provide high quality customer service within the safety critical transport environment. Their primary duty is to the safety of themselves, the passengers, their customers and their colleagues. They need to be aware of the operational passenger transport service, its targets and obligations, the relevant infrastructure and its assets. With this apprenticeship you will be the face of the passenger transport service, delivering front line customer services onboard or in stations. At a busy station you could be responsible for ensuring passengers board the correct service, that services are dispatched properly and when on board, that customers have the best possible experience. An apprenticeship in passenger transport services is your first stop to a great career in a dynamic and exciting industry.

TYPICAL JOB AREAS Ticket office, gateline, information, on-board service, passenger assistanceQUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Apprentices without level 1 English and maths Will need to achieve this level and take the test for level 2 English and maths prior to taking the end point assessment. THE ROUTE TO YOUR SUCCESS The apprenticeship will cover: core knowledge and understanding, safety, quality, customer service and onboard and station operation skills and competence. You will then take the team member optional route based on your occupation of station/depot or onboard.

BEHAVIOURS

A passenger transport professional needs to:

Be approachable and friendly at all times.

Act as a good listener, respectful of other’s beliefs and personal circumstances.

Be conscientious of risks impacting on passenger safety and remain calm under pressure when issues occur.

Be confident of their role regarding passenger safety and organised in its delivery.

Be passionate about providing quality passenger services and a role model to colleagues.

Pay attention to detail and take pride in providing a quality service.

CORE KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING

Understand what is required to ensure you and your customers comply with relevant procedures, regulations and laws that impact on the transport environment and its operation.

Understand the range of services available and an appreciation of the commercial transport environment.

Understand the diverse range of customers within the transport services industry, their needs, rights and expectations and how to provide an excellent service that promotes the transport industry.

Understand the needs of customers who may need assistance including those who have disabilities and particular requirements.

Understand assistance that can be provided and the relevant legislation and responsibilities of the organisation and those who work there.

Understand the range and types of products and services available, how they are advertised and sold and the customer requirements and entitlements and the effect of the product or service range, type and availability on the customer experience.

Understand the different types of systems and equipment, their operating methods and techniques and the security and legal regulations for storing and securing data.

CORE ROLE REQUIREMENTS - ALL AREAS COVERED

ONBOARD AND STATION OPERATIONS - SKILLS AND COMPETENCE

Presentation and service

Welcome customers in a polite and reassuring manner, directing and escorting them as appropriate.

Ensure signage and resources to help guide customers is appropriate and positioned safely.

Assist customers who require help in a considered way, using specialised equipment or systems where necessary.

Information and technology

Make an announcement over public address system that is direct, clear and unambiguous.

Start up, correctly use, monitor and shutdown the equipment and systems within your area of responsibility.

Business and marketing

identify opportunities to raise interest in products and services, explain the range and options and how these meet requirements.

Display promotional material in the correct manner and at the right time, ensuring material is fit for purpose.

SAFETY - SKILLS AND COMPETENCE

Self management

Prepare and organise work area to ensure work can be undertaken in a safe and efficient manner.